The Hugo – 1226 E Houston St., San Antonio, TX
Built in 1907 for the Hugo-Schmeltzer Company after their headquarters next to the Alamo burned down, this historic building at 1226 E Houston St. has served numerous roles, from storage and warehouse uses to housing the iconic Lucchese Boot Factory, and later becoming the Spaghetti Warehouse restaurant. The structure retains its historic charm, showcasing original masonry ornament, wood-hung windows, and its utilitarian, warehouse-style interior, though it has seen non-historic alterations during its time as a restaurant.
Now being preserved and revitalized, The Hugo is set to transform into a mixed-use property with approximately 2,500 SF of prime retail or restaurant space and the potential for creative office uses or boutique-style developments. The building sits on 0.93 acres, with an additional 0.7713 acres across E. Houston Street, offering the potential for up to 125 parking spaces.
Given its close proximity to San Antonio's River Walk, Espee, and the Convention Center, this property could make an ideal boutique hotel, attracting both tourists and business travelers. Its standalone nature also makes it perfect for a single tenant seeking a unique office headquarters or a medical lab, especially given its location across from VelocityTX, a hub for innovation and healthcare advancements.
Additionally, the building's size and layout lend themselves well to arts and entertainment venues, making it a prime location for galleries, performance spaces, or cultural centers.
Zoned D, this versatile building has the flexibility to meet a variety of needs, offering historic charm in one of San Antonio's most vibrant districts.
Johnny Devora, CCIM
Devora Realty
